By Trend News Line 2024-03-26 23:30:00.
Trail Man Sentenced to 6.5 Years for Beating Death of Senior
Joel Anderson, a Trail man in his early thirties, has been handed a 6.5-year prison sentence for the brutal beating death of Trail senior Harrold Paddock in August 2017. The sentencing took place in the Rossland courthouse on a Tuesday afternoon, where Anderson appeared in person.
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Background of Joel Anderson
Anderson had been behind bars since 2017, serving time for other crimes, including arson. His previous sentences came to an end in October 2022, but he remained in custody awaiting trial for the second-degree murder of Paddock. Following a trial held in Vancouver Supreme Court last year, Anderson was found guilty of the lesser offence of manslaughter.
Sentencing Details
During the sentencing, Justice E. David Crossin credited Anderson for 539 days served, considering each pre-trial day as 1.5 days, totaling 809 days served. With this calculation, Anderson is left with 1,633.5 days to serve for his manslaughter conviction, equivalent to four years and seven months.
Victim Impact Statement
During the sentencing, the judge acknowledged a victim impact statement from Paddock’s daughter, who expressed the deep emotional toll she has endured since her father’s tragic death. She shared feelings of sadness, anxiety, and depression, highlighting the lasting impact of losing her father in such a violent manner.
Details of the Tragic Incident
The fatal incident occurred in the early hours of August 22, 2017, when Trail police responded to reports of a “man down” on Bay Avenue near Highway 3B. Upon arrival, officers found Paddock lying unconscious in the road, bleeding from his head. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Paddock never regained consciousness and passed away 27 days later.
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Judge’s Remarks
In his judgement, Justice Crossin described the attack on Paddock as a brutal and senseless act of violence. He noted that Anderson had used his father’s steel-toed boots to repeatedly stomp on Paddock’s head, resulting in severe skull fractures and injuries to the jaw and nose. While the judge acknowledged the vicious nature of the assault, he expressed uncertainty regarding Anderson’s intent to kill.
Continued Impact on the Community
The tragic loss of Harrold Paddock has not only deeply affected his family but also left a lasting impact on the Trail community. The senseless act of violence that led to Paddock’s death serves as a stark reminder of the importance of addressing and preventing such heinous crimes.
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